Last night’s episode of The Crazy Ones, “The Intern,” proved once again that college-bound topics are highly relatable and hilarious. I’ve known this ever since I plunged into that world for my parent survival guide College Bound and Gagged, but it’s always particularly fun when Hollywood gives the theme a nod. And what better conflict to toss into Simon (Robin Williams) and Sydney’s (Sarah Michelle Gellar) fictitious ad agency than an intern (Ashley Tisdale as Kelsi) with an attitude and a bankrolling father?

Whether you’re a former intern, the parent of one, or the mentor who found your paid interns painting their nails in the conference room (don’t ask), it’s easy to find the humor and the lessons in last night’s episode of The Crazy Ones. Shara Senderoff, Co-Founder & CEO of InternSushi.com and VP, New Media of The Mark Gordon Company (Grey’s Anatomy, Criminal Minds, Speed) agrees. Together, we highlighted five tips for interns based upon last night’s show. If The Crazy Ones’ crazy intern had taken these to heart, she wouldn’t have landed the laughs, but she would have had a better chance at landing a job offer.

1. Be on time. Millennials may be notorious for sleeping in, and you might be the lowest person on the totem pole, but being punctual is something that is noticed. Being late is even more obvious. PS: Make sure your reasons for being tardy are legit. Kelsi’s “roommate drama” wasn’t enough to score her the sympathy vote.

2. Value everyone. From assistants to presidents, every person in the equation is important to the company and your success. Treating the big boss with more respect than the receptionist will get you nowhere fast.

3. Work like your career depends upon it. Put your energy, enthusiasm and attention to detail into every job. Of course interns don’t always get the prime tasks. The Crazy Ones’ assistant Lauren Slotsky (Amanda Setton) hammers that message home: “I love when we have interns—finally someone else can get everyone’s stupid coffee.” Still, even if you’re on the coffee run, it pays to do it well. People also notice and appreciate the small things.

4. Recognize the implications. Kelsi’s quip “No matter what I do, I’m gonna be fine. My dad’ll just give me a job,” doesn’t say much for her skills or her father’s parenting success. Whether you love your internship or believe you might have chosen the wrong path, remember that your performance reflects your talent and work ethic. It also reflects upon those who recommended you for the position.

5. Put down your phone. Unless the boss is on the line, or she asks you to Google something, put your phone on hold for anything that isn’t work-related. Board rooms are for discussions, not texting or manicures.